To Be Like Me

We are breaking down barriers, fostering compassion, and building a generation that understands how our differences can bring us together.

[Amanda Spear @amanda_spear4]

MST 4th grade had the best time @ToBeLikeMe3 today! This is one of my favorite field trips. Our students loved learning about different disabilities from the variety of LEADers #RISDBeTheOne

[To Be Like Me @ToBeLikeMe3]

It was a joy to welcome @MSTMAGNET 4th grade to our To Be Like Me program today 👏! We love hearing feedback from teachers about their experience with us! @IamBranum
#TBLM #DisabilityAwareness #Education #Impact #Engagement #Empathy #Kindness #Compassion

[To Be Like Me @ToBeLikeMe3]

What were we up to in 2023-2024?

🇺🇸 50 states
❤️90 Programs
🏫 720 teacher CPE hours
🤲 900 hours of volunteer time
🙌 2,760 hours of employment for LEADers
🤟 6,500 program participants
🖥️ 35,000 unique https://t.co/zIdeNsvA6W users
Our Impact = NO LIMITS

#RippleEffect

[To Be Like Me @ToBeLikeMe3]

The 4th grade students and teachers from @LoneStarElem joined us for a field trip this week! Afterwards, we explored the Ann Eisemann Inclusive Playground 🎉. We love hearing this feedback from the students 💙🧡. Want to join us for a program? Visit https://t.co/15OyHjaojW.

[To Be Like Me @ToBeLikeMe3]

We are now scheduling field trips for the 2024-2025 school year! Programs are two hours long and suitable for groups of 60-100 people (ages 10+). Hurry! Spots are filling up fast!

Sign up Now: https://t.co/UlfC5fjAPg

#ToBeLikeMe #FieldTrips #DisabilityAwareness #Education

[To Be Like Me @ToBeLikeMe3]

It was a fun morning at the Ann Eisemann Inclusive Playground in Richardson with the 2nd grade students from @gsesdallas. The students learned about the seven principles of Universal Design and then went on a scavenger hunt on the playground to find examples of the principles!

[To Be Like Me @ToBeLikeMe3]

From working with police officers and first responders to the leadership at @AmericanAir, we’ve been busy advocating for change this week! Thank you for hearing the voices of our LEADers who have so much knowledge and first-hand experience to share!

#NothingAboutUsWithoutUs

[To Be Like Me @ToBeLikeMe3]

Thank you @CNMConnect! We are thrilled to be approved for the 2024 CNM Certified Prime designation. This certification demonstrates our commitment to outcomes based on a valid methodology that highlights real community impact!
#RippleEffect #HappyTeachers #PositiveOutcomes

[To Be Like Me @ToBeLikeMe3]

Today we welcomed the students and teachers from Brentfield Elementary! Why do teachers love our program? In this video, Brentfield Elementary 4th grade teacher Jenna Walls shares her answer with us! Thank you Ms. Walls for believing in our mission!
#RISDBelieves @IamBranum

[To Be Like Me @ToBeLikeMe3]

Today, we welcomed students and teachers from @nherisd and @SpringValleyEl! Participants learned about empathy, kindness, and compassion from our amazing LEADers! Special thanks to @threeboxinc for volunteering with us today!

@IamBranum #risdbelieves

[To Be Like Me @ToBeLikeMe3]

In honor of International Wheelchair Day, our LEADers would like to share some tips on etiquette when you meet and interact with someone in a wheelchair. Don't forget the easiest tip - instead of staring, just say, "Hello!"

#InternationalWheechairDay #Accessibility #Etiquette

[To Be Like Me @ToBeLikeMe3]

What does it feel like to be overwhelmed or overstimulated? Just ask our participants who board our FlyKind Airline experience! If you’d like to sign up your group or school for a program, email us at [email protected].

#MakingChange #Empathy #RISDBelieves @gmfinancial

[To Be Like Me @ToBeLikeMe3]

For the past year, To Be Like Me has been sending out a monthly disability awareness mini-lesson at no cost to hundreds of teachers across the nation. If you are interested in receiving these mini-lessons, send us an email at [email protected].

#Kindness #Empathy #Compassion

[To Be Like Me @ToBeLikeMe3]

These LEADers are making great strides in helping American Airlines think through accessibility options with air travel! We are so proud that our LEADers get to be a part of this important process!

#Accessibility #UniversalDesign #TravelForAll #JustAsk #NothingAboutUsWithoutUs

[Cassie Starnes @StarnesScholars]

We had the best experience at @ToBeLikeMe3!!
It is always one of my favorite trips since it is so awesome for our @gheeagles to learn and hear from so many awesome LEADers! 💜 Thank you!!

#4thgradeROCKS #risdWeAreONE

[To Be Like Me @ToBeLikeMe3]

Gimme Five! We saw so much growth from our staff, LEADers, students and teachers in 2023! Thank you for your support this year!

#GimmeFive #FiveYearsStrong #DisabilityAwareness #Advocacy #LEADerDevelopment #Employment #RippleEffect #Empathy #Kindness #Compassion

[To Be Like Me @ToBeLikeMe3]

5 wishes for To Be Like Me!" By Shawnett

1. Sponsors and supporters who see us and feel connected to us!
2. Have our very own space to continue educating the community!
3. Good health to all involved with To Be Like Me!
4. More LEADers!
5. Continued growth and education!

[To Be Like Me @ToBeLikeMe3]

During this Holiday Season more than ever, our thoughts turn gratefully to those who have made our progress possible. And in this spirit we sincerely say THANK YOU and BEST WISHES for the holiday season and a HAPPY NEW YEAR!
#Grateful #Thankful #HappyHolidays #ToBeLikeMe #TBLM

[To Be Like Me @ToBeLikeMe3]

Our amazing LEADers have provided interactive disability awareness programs to 3,000 students and teachers so far this 2023-2024 school year! Here is a list of some of the schools and groups we’ve worked with so far. Bring on the next 3,000 in 2024 🎉!

[To Be Like Me @ToBeLikeMe3]

Special thanks to @SocietyLifeMag for sharing our mission! To read the article go to https://t.co/6o1EtRbGGa. We're featured on pages 46-49!

#ToBeLikeMe #TBLM #OurStory #MakingADifference #LEADers #Advocacy #DisabilityAwareness #Education #Empathy #Kindness #Compassion